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Ron Gardenhire has been named the new bench coach of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Arizona also announced Tony Perezchica as third base coach, Mike Fetters as bullpen coach, and Robby Hammock as quality control coach. Gardenhire was fired from his longtime post as the Twins' manager in September 2014 but worked in Minnesota's front office in 2016 as a special assistant to (former) general manager Terry Ryan. Nov 17 - 2:28 PM

Twins hired Ron Gardenhire as special assistant to general manager Terry Ryan.

Gardenhire was fired as the Twins' manager in September 2014 and has failed to land another dugout job despite multiple interviews. He's returning to a club that is off to a 3-9 start this season under second-year skipper Paul Molitor. It's an odd reunion. Apr 18 - 2:41 PM

James Wagner of the Washington Post reports that the Nationals are expected to interview Ron Gardenhire for manager on Tuesday.

The Nationals interviewed longtime Giants bench coach Ron Wotus on Monday. The club has also interviewed Bud Black and Dusty Baker for the position. Like Black and Baker, Gardenhire has extensive experience. This is a point of emphasis for the Nationals after the dismissal of Matt Williams. Tue, Oct 20, 2015 10:18:00 AM

Chris Cotillo of MLB Daily Dish reports that the Brewers are not expected to hire Ron Gardenhire as their next manager.

With Ron Roenicke getting the axe late on Sunday, there have been rumblings that Gardenhire could be his successor, but that doesn't seem to be the case. Craig Counsell seems like an option that is gaining steam and could be the mystery man announced on Monday. Sun, May 3, 2015 11:22:00 PM

A.J. Pollock (groin) told Diamondbacks manager Chip Hale that he thought he was "going to feel much better" when he ran on Friday.

Pollock was hoping to make a late-season return from a strained groin that he suffered a little over two weeks ago, but this little setback should effectively end his campaign. "He wants to get back in there," Hale said, "and obviously we’re not going to let him run the bases or get in a game until he can run 100 percent without pain."

Rosenthal says of Greinke that the Diamondbacks "are not marketing him aggressively, in part because they are reluctant to eat salary." Greinke is owed $172.5 million over the next five seasons and would receive a $2 million assignment bonus if traded. He can also block a deal to 15 teams, is 33 and is coming off a season that saw him post a 4.37 ERA. The D'Backs would surely have to absorb a chunk of his contract in order to move him, but for now it sounds like they'll hang tight.

Taijuan Walker said Thursday that he was dealing with 10 bone spurs in his right foot this past season.

Ouch. Walker said that the bone spurs impacted his ability to push off and use lower body, which would certainly explain why he faded after getting off to a strong start. He finally had surgery in October to remove a bone fragment from his ankle. The Diamondbacks acquired him as the centerpiece of the Jean Segura trade last week and clearly believe in his potential. Interestingly, Walker noted Thursday that he would like to use his two-seamer more often, especially as he makes the move to Chase Field. Walker gave up 27 home runs in just 134 1/3 innings this past season.

The Diamondbacks are still waiting for the results. Chafin was activated from the disabled list on Tuesday but hasn't appeared in any games yet. He tweaked his shoulder while warming up Friday night, which prompted the MRI. The 26-year-old holds a 6.75 ERA over 32 relief outings this season.